IMPERIAL EAGLE
Protected Area
Irdumijiet Ta\' Madwar il-Kosta f\'Ta\' Buleben, San Pawl il-Baħar
Why dive here
With 59+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles and cuttlefish - IMPERIAL EAGLE offers some of Malta Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 16-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Imperial Eagle sits upright in around 28 metres of water, a purposeful scuttling that delivered a fantastic dive site. We love the way it looms into view from the blue, a proper ship shape. She started life ferrying passengers between Malta and Gozo, and you can still make out the large cargo holds and the bridge area. Our favourite part is the bow, where schools of damselfish flutter like confetti and often you’ll spot a large grouper lurking in the shadows. Penetration is possible for experienced wreck divers, with some tight spots leading into the engine room, where those old Crossley Brothers engines still sit. It’s a comfortable depth for most PADI Advanced Open Water divers and offers some great photo opportunities when the light is right. Just be mindful of currents, as they can pick up, particularly around the stern. We’d suggest going in the morning for the best visibility.
Typical IMPERIAL EAGLE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 28m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for IMPERIAL EAGLE
IMPERIAL EAGLE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for IMPERIAL EAGLE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.95, 14.4) (2km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
76°F · Range: 22.2–26.3°C
Air Temperature
22°C
72°F
Wind Speed
5.92 m/s
11.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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